In regards to your offer, I am always willing to learn more from people who've been there and done that. 

I really feel this is helping people find affordable rentals.  

The limit is "three unrelated people" and cousins are not considered related under this code.

I would suggest focusing on solving people's problems more than trying to sell them.

James and his people who manage the program are nice and give basic sales and negotiation advice but not much that moves the needle in any situation.

Now some people may argue higher interest rates are good, as it drives out competition on new acquisitions.

Quote from @Elias Halvorson: Aloha Diandre, You will get 100 people responding on here responding they can do it and their company focuses on it.

I don't think enough people consider this aspect.Selling Stock: Selling part of your portfolio could work, but the 15% capital gains tax might make this an expensive choice unless the stock has underperformed or you’re diversifying away from riskier investments.HELOC: Using a HELOC on an existing property is a flexible and relatively low-cost option.

My wife and I have overhauled our personal budget to reflect the 'pay yourself first' approach (allocate in order: income comes in -> invest -> donate -> fixed expenses -> variable expenses -> fun $$).We are looking to see what experienced people generally recommend for a holding tank for that 'invest' allocation while we target our first real estate deal.What financial vehicles have you guys used that works well for this?

According to NYC, STR is hurting housing affordability just like normal people can buy a house or condo near the Time Square and Madison Garden.